Medical Assistant

Position Overview

Children’s Health of Carolina, PA is seeking an experienced registered medical assistant (RMA) or certified medical assistant (CMA) to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients in our Lumberton clinic. The position is full‑time, Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (or until the last patient leaves). Ideal candidates love children, have medical office experience, can work in a fast‑paced environment, and are quick learners with an understanding of electronic health records.

Experience in pediatric settings is a plus. The role includes a generous benefits package.

• Creating a supportive environment by welcoming and assisting patients.
• Obtaining patient information, managing patient files, and updating electronic health records.
• Assisting healthcare professionals with patient examinations and minor procedures.
• Recording patient history, vital signs, and collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
• Performing minor diagnostic tests and administering treatment under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
• Administering medications, vaccinations, and immunizations under provider direction.
• Assisting with administrative duties, including scheduling appointments, arranging laboratory services and hospital admissions, handling billing, and filing insurance claims.
• Relaying diagnostic test and assessment results to healthcare professionals.
• Guiding patients through the facility and explaining procedures and treatments.
• Setting up and replenishing stock in examination and procedure rooms.
• Sterilizing medical equipment and sanitizing designated areas.

• RMA – Registered with the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or CMA – Registered with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in this role is preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
• Ability to work under supervision and monitor, report, and record a patient’s condition.
• Advanced record‑keeping abilities and proficiency in related software, such as Athena.
• Experience in clinical evaluation, specimen collection, immunizations, and administering minor treatments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy.
• Ability to assist healthcare professionals with examinations and procedures.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to assist, guide, and reassure patients.
• Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and performing under pressure.
• In‑depth knowledge of best practices in healthcare and sterilization protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Full‑time

• Entry level

• Health Care Provider

• Non‑profit Organizations

Lumberton, NC